Slovenia Coat of Arms, First Definitive Issue

Slovenia · 1991 · 5 Tolarjev

This stamp features the newly adopted coat of arms of the Republic of Slovenia. The design shows a stylized representation of Mount Triglav, Slovenia's highest peak, with two wavy lines below symbolizing the Adriatic Sea and local rivers, and three golden six-pointed stars above.

Issued on June 26, 1991, this was the first postage stamp released by Slovenia following its declaration of independence from Yugoslavia the previous day, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's history.